Sazon Latino, located on Main Street in Boonton just a few steps from the NJ Transit station, is…read moredefinitely a hidden gem. It's a very casual, cafeteria-style spot with a semi-open kitchen, but don't let the simplicity fool you -- the food is incredible and the staff here is friendly and patient. The highlight of the experience is the small buffet that features a variety of freshly-made Latin cuisine -- including pulled pork, chicken and beef stews, and other traditional Latin entrees and sides. You can build your own plate by selecting one or more entrees and sides - which are priced accordingly. As a 'gringo' who wasn't entirely sure what everything was, I really appreciated them taking the extra time to explain all the different options and give me their honest recommendations. The counterstaff is bilingual and were pretty patient with my elementary school level Spanish vocabulary and grammar. I ended up going with the pulled pork platter with two sides ($7) and it was terrific -- the perfectly seasoned and tender pork, black beans and rice, and macaroni salad were delicious and very filling. You can tell they use fresh ingredients, and the portions are very generous for the price. If you're looking for authentic, home-style Latino food in a laid-back setting, this is the spot! PRO TIP #1: Bring a bottle of wine or beer from home to enjoy with your meal. Sazon Latino is a BYOB establishment and does not serve alcohol. PRO TIP #2: Sazon Latino offers free off-street parking in a small lot behind the restaurant and there's plenty of free on-street parking on Main Street.

I love coming to Sazon! The people are so nice, the food is cheap, and, most importantly, has that…read more"homemade" taste I love so much! Their estofado, fried chicken, and the pernil are my go-tos. They have a somewhat small space but there is parking in the back. I tend to take it to go and you still get big portions as if you were eating there. Definitely give them a try! P.S. they also cater!

I've been to this restaurant a few times and the food and ambiance is good. The only thing I do not…read morelike is that when trying to make a reservation for a Saturday evening in advance. I called on Monday to reserve for Saturday, the staff tells me I had to wait until Wednesday to make a reservation for Saturday. So, I called Wednesday morning and staff told me that they are fully booked for Saturday.

Visited La Havana 59 for an early Mother's Day dinner because Rumba Cubana was super packed. The…read moreparking lot was pretty full, but there was no wait for a table. All the menus are tablets, and you can switch between English and Spanish. Frustratingly, there was no Cuban sandwich available on the dinner menu. We got an appetizer sampler to start. Most of it was fried foods, so it was decent. For an entree, I got the fish filet in garlic sauce. The fish was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I also tried the oxtail. Some of them were tender and other pieces were quite chewy. To finish the meal, I ordered a cortadito but got a cortado instead. You'd think a Cuban restaurant would know the difference.

After seeing a couple of my favorite Instagram food influencers reels about this place, I needed to…read moretry it for myself. Fabio's is in a small strip mall off Ridgedale Avenue in East Hanover. This Colombian restaurant is mostly takeout, but there are a few tables. The famous sandwich from here is the "El Gringo". This Taylor ham, egg, and cheese sandwich is to put it mildly...huge! The Taylor ham is piled high and nice and crispy. If it's lunchtime and you're hungry, Fabio's is the place for you!

The store is plain and minimal. But that doesn't matter. The servers are excellent and the take…read moreaway food is prepared quickly. I've had some Taylor Ham, eggs and cheese sandwiches from here. The TEC are definitely the best in the area. Hands down. If you haven't tried one, your life isn't complete.

Gigi's Café was really good overall! The drinks were flavorful and you can tell they put effort…read moreinto the quality. The vibe inside is super cute and perfect for a quick coffee stop or catching up with friends. Only downside is the pricing--it's a bit on the higher side for what you get. Still, I'd definitely come back because everything tasted great and the experience was worth it.

I love this place because I can walk there. Because they made it beautiful…read more Because the music is great! But the service is generally slow and I frequently do not get what I ordered. It happened again today. ICED LATTE. I said it 3 times. I should have wondered, when she handed me the crate with 2 cups, why was my iced latte in a hot cup??? Unfortunately, I was in a rush and didn't realize until I arrived at my next destination. The first time I went there I said NO MEAT and when I got to my destination and took my first bite, I tasted bacon. Really getting tired of this and so disappointed.

We finally went to Latin American Restaurant on Main Street in Boonton. We were blown away by the…read moreamazing food we had tonight, the owner Dennis made us feel so welcome and every dish we had from appetizers to dessert was unbelievable. This is going to be one of our go to places for fantastic food.

Check this place out. The food was good; like the fried chicken wings but they were a little too…read moresalty, otherwise good flavor.

Noches de Colombia in Elizabeth really delivers if you're craving authentic Colombian food…read more We ordered the bandeja paisa and the combinado, and both were generous in portion and full of flavor. The bandeja paisa had everything you want and well-seasoned meats, perfectly cooked beans and rice, ripe plantains, and a fried egg on top that tied it all together. The combinado was just as satisfying, with a nice variety that let us try multiple flavors in one plate. Service was friendly and attentive without feeling rushed, and the atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, perfect for a casual Sunday lunch. Everything came out hot and fresh. Definitely a solid spot for Colombian food in the area.

Noches de Columbia serves delicious Colombian dishes with healthy servings. The location is laid…read moreout like a small diner and has a very casual ambiance. The staff is very friendly and attentive. Our group of 6 ordered a little bit of everything. I ordered the paellita noches. They didn't hold back with the squid and shrimp. It was very tasty. However, the stand out food that you NEED to get here is the pan de bono. It's their cheese rolls. These things are by far best thing they serve and I would fly back just to order them again.

The food was amazing. Authentic Ecuadorian cuisine. I had the fish and shrimp casuela and my…read moresister had the Encebollado . We also order a ceviche mixto which was delicious. The service was great and everyone was friendly. Definitely go back the next time I am in the area.

My husband was in the mood of Ecuadorian food (yeap, the gringo). He found this restaurant online…read moreand we decided to go because of the good reviews... best decision ever! Now, this restaurant specializes in dishes from Manabi (province). Not only that, but they also sell all the goodies from that region. We ordered tigrillo (plantain, cheese, crispy pork) and cazuela (fish plantain stew), a couple of fresh juices, and coffee. Now, with that being said, the food was absolutely delicious . If you have to wait for your food, there is a reason: it is freshly prepared. So don't rush. I traveled 28 miles, and it was worth it. This is a family owned business, so please support them.

This place is quick fix if you're not in the mood to cook . The food is cooked and set out for the…read moreday . The total order was 2 lentil soups , 2 empanadas, 2 pasteles and 2 juice drinks which cost $48 . I think it's way overpriced . The meat was very dry in my dishes and lacked Sabor ( flavor ) Different latino cultures share similar dishes with different flavors or lack there of . I ate in , there is seating outside during warm weather .

I popped into this place for a solo lunch today. The food is on display cafeteria style, with a…read morelarge amount of dishes. The restaurant is very clean, with sparse decor and a few tables. All the workers were very polite. I had an Oxtail plate, served with a choice of rice and beans. I opted for White Rice and Black Beans. Since I was dining in, I was offered a small salad and a cup of chicken soup. It was a hot day, so I had a Passionfruit Slushy. The Oxtail was very tasty and the rice and beans were flavorful. The portion was sizeable. You get a great value for the price. I would definitely return, because there are many other dishes that I would like to try. It would also be great for a grab and go dinner. Very affordable, and you will be full and happy.